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PhD Student and Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Cluster Algebras

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PhD Student and Postdoctoral Researcher Positions in Cluster Algebras at MPI MiS Leipzig

The Max Planck Research Group "Cluster Algebras" of Dani Kaufman has openings for

PhD Student and Postdoctoral Researcher Positions.

The group is based at the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in the Sciences in Leipzig, Germany. Salary is competitive based on experience and qualification and working conditions are excellent, with a dedicated and competent staff. Relevant initiatives (conferences, workshops, etc) can be funded.

While the central topic of the research group is cluster algebra theory, we take special interest in studying symmetry groups and invariants of cluster algebras, Grassmannian cluster algebras and singularity theory, applications to hyperbolic geometry, symplectic geometry, and Teichmüller theory, non-commutative cluster algebras and quantisation, and applications to Physics such as computation of scattering amplitudes.

We are currently developing some mathematical software to aid in our computations with cluster algebras. Some programming familiarity and experience with mathematical software like Sage or Mathematica or even familiarity with functional programming languages like OCaml will be expected from successful applicants.

Group Leader

Dani Kaufman

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Geometry, Groups, and Dynamics Cluster Algebras External Website

We offer:

Postdoctoral position for 1-3 year. (TVÖD E13) / PhD position for 3 years (comparable to 65% TVÖD E13).
No teaching duties, but the postdoc has the possibility to teach an advanced course in our international graduate school.
We provide a scientific environment where you are encouraged to explore new scientific directions and where you will find many partners with whom you can discuss a wide range of scientific ideas.

Application & Deadline:

Deadline: September 30, 2025 (starting date as soon as possible).

Please submit your documents using our online application form and choose:

"Application MPI MiS" applying as postdoctoral researcher. In this case, you will be asked for which kind of position you apply. Please choose “Cluster Algebras". Also, asked for your mentor, please choose Dani Kaufman
"IMPRS MIS" applying as PhD Student and choose to collaborate with Dani Kaufman.

Contact & Questions Contact & Questions

If you have any questions please visit https://www.mis.mpg.de/cluster-algebras, the institute's webpage or contact us at application(at)mis.mpg.de

Contact via E-Mail (application@mis.mpg.de)

About the location:

MPI MiS is an international center for pure and applied mathematical research in Leipzig, Germany. The broader scientific environment in Leipzig includes two other Max Planck Institutes (Cognitive Science and Evolutionary Anthropology) as well as the University of Leipzig.

The Max-Planck society strives for gender diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. The Max-Planck society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.

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